SWIFT/BIC code EQBLUGKAXXX
EQBLUGKAXXX belongs to Equity Bank Uganda LTD in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EQBLUGKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EQBLUGKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Equity Bank Uganda LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
How the Equity Bank Uganda LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EQBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind SWIFT code EQBLUGKAXXX?
EQBLUGKAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Equity Bank Uganda LTD in Kampala, Uganda. Use it when a payment to Equity Bank Uganda LTD does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Equity Bank Uganda LTD take in Uganda?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter EQBLUGKAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check EQBLUGKAXXX against the details from Equity Bank Uganda LTD before sending.
What do the letters in EQBLUGKAXXX stand for?
EQBL is the institution code of Equity Bank Uganda LTD, UG is the ISO code of Uganda, KA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Equity Bank Uganda LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code EQBLUGKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Uganda is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Are EQBLUGKA and EQBLUGKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. EQBLUGKA is the short version of EQBLUGKAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Equity Bank Uganda LTD in Kampala.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.